Deputy Sheriff

Salary : $63,552.44 - $97,840.10 Annually

Location : Las Vegas, NV

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : C24-012

Division : Detention Services Division

Bureau : Civil / Constable Bureau

Opening Date : 01 / 02 / 2024

Closing Date : Continuous

FLSA : Non-Exempt

Bargaining Unit : Clark County Deputy Sheriffs Association (CCDSA)

Position Type : Open Competitive

The LVMPD is an EEO employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Position Description

Applicants MUST ATTACH a valid Nevada Peace Officer Standards Training (POST) Category II certificate (or higher) at the time of application.

• This position IS NOT a Lateral-entry Police Officer / Recruit position
• This recruitment will remain open continuously, allowing our agency to continue to accept applications from qualified candidates. In case this posting closes unexpectedly, all applications will be screened and those candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be invited to future exam dates.

Salary Information :

The salary for this position is negotiated through a collective bargaining agreement. All new employees will be hired at the minimum salary in the range and will be eligible for merit increases until reaching the maximum salary in the range.

Definition

Incumbents perform a variety of law enforcement and technical duties to support the service and enforcement of civil process.

Minimum Qualifications / Position-Specific Conditions

Training, Education and Experience

Best Candidates Will Have

Conditions of Employment

In addition to the General Conditions of Employment, found here, the following specific conditions of employment and physical conditions apply to this position.

Selection Process

Application Filing

Applications and a copy of Nevada POST certificate must be submitted online . Decisions on an applicant's qualifications for this position may be made solely on the information contained in the application and therefore, should be filled out in its entirety.

This is a continuous recruitment with no closing date. However, this may close unexpectedly if the number of vacancies have been filled.

To determine your status after submitting an employment application, you may access your account by going to

Application Screening (Pass / Fail)

Applications will be reviewed and screened to determine those candidates who best meet the minimum qualifications and better candidate language. Only the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the remainder of the testing process set forth below. Applicants will be notified of the results of the screening process via email. It is your responsibility to confirm your eligibility to test for this position by contacting the OHR representative listed below in the Inquiries Section.

Exam Dates

Exam #1 : Oral Board Interview (Weighted 100% )

Time : By appointment, scheduled monthly

Location : Constable's Office, 301 E. Clark Ave, Suite 100

Additional Selection Processes If you successfully complete the above selection process, you will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph exam. A polygraph examination can be stressful and may affect existing medical or psychological conditions or ongoing treatment. Candidates are encouraged to consult with their personal physicians to discuss whether the polygraph will affect a condition or treatment and then follow the guidance of their medical professional.

The background investigation takes approximately 90 to 120 days to complete. You must also meet the LVMPD Hiring Standards. LVMPD employees participate in the Department's random drug screening process. For more information on the background process, click for a quick video or for specific information.

Additional Information

Please visit the FAQs available on our employment site for a listing of the LVMPD's open competitive selection and employment policies, and other pertinent information. Please visit for additional information pertaining to the LVMPD and its hiring process.

Inquiries

Questions regarding this selection process may be directed to :

If you require assistance or special accommodations during any part of the application process, contact Analyst Cassandra Mack at c14408m@lvmpd.com.

Vision : The vision of LVMPD is for the Las Vegas community to be the safest community in America. This vision is realized by injecting humanity into every interaction and building trust with the citizens we serve.

Mission : The mission of the LVMPD is to provide exceptional police services in partnership with the community. Prioritizing the mental and physical well-being of employees enables our department to perform at exceptional levels and build meaningful relationships with community members.

Values : The acronym "I CARE" is the guiding principle for each and every LVMPD member. This acronym represents thevalues of the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department : Integrity, Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. The values are supported by behaviors, demonstrated by the actions of members, as they live these values. All members are expected to represent the values of the LVMPD while in the workplace and off-duty.

EEO : The LVMPD is an equal opportunity employer. All appointments to the competitive service shall be made withoutregard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, military service,or political affiliation and shall be based on merit and fitness only.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT :

http : / / www.lvmpd.com

jobs@lvmpd.com

LAS VEGAS METROPOLITAN POLICE DEPARTMENT

DEPUTY SHERIFF BENEFITS

Benefits are effective July 1, 2023, are based upon an 80 hour pay period in a paid status, and are subject to change.

COMPENSATION

CLOTHING ALLOWANCE : Annual Clothing Allowance $1,400.00 effective July 1. Newly hired employees will be entitled to a prorated clothing allowance.

OVERTIME PAY / COMPENSATORY TIME : Employees who work overtime have the option of being paid at 1-1 / 2 times their hourly rate or receiving 1-1 / 2 hours of compensatory time. Compensatory time may not accumulate beyond 80 hours.

SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL : Employees will receive an additional 4% shift pay for working a swing shift. Employees working a graveyard shift encompassing the hours of midnight to 5 : 00 a.m. will receive an additional 2% shift pay.

LANGUAGE PAY : Qualified employees may receive Language Pay each pay period.

TAXES :

State / City - Nevada has no state tax or city income tax.

Social Security - Employees enrolled in PERS pay no social security.

Medicare - Medicare is deducted at the rate of 1.45%.

WORKING HOURS : Employees work 80 hours bi-weekly. Depending upon the area of assignment, employees work an 8-hour, a 9-hour, a 10-hour, or a 12-hour shift per day.

LEAVE AND HOLIDAYS

ANNUAL VACATION LEAVE : Employees begin accruing vacation leave immediately at the following rates :

Vacation leave may be used after 6 months of continuous service.

On December 31st of each year, employees may carry over a portion of accrued leave, based upon their years of service.

Employees separating from the Department are eligible to cash out all accrued vacation if they have completed six months of continuous service.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE : Employees may take bereavement leave for members of their immediate family. This leave can be deducted from any available accrued leave.

BONUS LEAVE : If a permanent employee uses sick leave (including FMLA,) leave without pay (except for military leave), or a combination thereof totaling 24, 27, 30 or 36 hours or less within a year, based on the employee's corresponding primary shift schedule, the employee will receive three (3) shifts of bonus time hours based on the employee's regular work schedule of (eight (8), nine (9), ten (10), or 12 hours) on the employee's hire date anniversary, which shall be credited to the employee's bonus leave account the following pay period. Non-accrual workers compensation salary extensions can also affect the bonus award. Employees may accrue a maximum of 240 hours of bonus time.

HOLIDAYS : Employees receive 13 paid holidays per year. A holiday compensation plan is in place for employees who work on a holiday, or when a holiday falls on an employee's regular day off. In June and December of each year, employees may choose holiday straight time pay or holiday leave accrual as a holiday compensation option.

PERSONAL HOLIDAY : Employees are authorized two personal holidays annually after six (6) months of continuous full-time service. These days must be used by June 30th of each fiscal year. Personal holidays must be taken as full days, and have no cash-out value.

SICK LEAVE : Employees begin accruing sick leave immediately at the rate of 4 hours per pay period (104 hours per year), with no accrual limit. Sick leave may be used as it is accrued. Employees must have ten years of continuous service before being eligible to receive a portion of their sick leave balance upon separation from the Department.

BENEFITS

HEALTH / VISION / DENTAL INSURANCE : Employees are eligible for benefits on the first month after 15 calendar days of employment. LVMPD pays a percentage employee's coverage and a portion of family coverage. Deductions for employee and family coverage will be deducted on a pre-tax basis. The plan includes coverage for major medical, dental, vision, life, and accidental death & dismemberment.

EMPLOYEE WELLNESS : Free access to services provided by the LVMPD Wellness Bureau.

RETIREMENT : Employees are members of the State of Nevada Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). Employees are vested upon completion of 5 years in the retirement system.

SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE AND CAFETERIA PLANS : Various plans are available to employees, such as :

COMPLETE APPLICATION : I attest that my application is complete, including all assignments, relevant specialized training, and commendations I want the interview panel to know.

AGE (CIVILIAN) : Will you be 21 years old by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

CITIZENSHIP (CIVILIAN) : Are you a US citizen, or will you be a US citizen through naturalization or permanent resident alien of the United States without conditions on status by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

HIGH SCHOOL / GED : Will you possess a High School Diploma, High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), General Education Diploma (GED), or a homeschooling education equivalent to a complete high school education, by the date of the first exam? (See posting for exam date.)

Do you currently possess a valid Nevada POST Category I or II certification?

BACKGROUND : Have you ever been convicted of a felony?

BACKGROUND : Have you ever been convicted of any crime involving domestic violence?

BACKGROUND : Have you ever been convicted of 2 or more Driving Under the Influence (DUI) charges?

BACKGROUND : Have you ever had a warrant issued for your arrest?

BACKGROUND : I acknowledge that LVMPD does not allow the use of THC / marijuana products, and any use of those products after the date of this application could be a disqualifier for employment.

BACKGROUND : When was the last time you used any of the following substances : Cocaine, Ecstasy (aka MDMA, mollies), Opiates without a prescription (heroin, opium, morphine, etc.), Meth, Inhalants (glue, paint, gasoline, nitrous oxide / whippets, etc.), Bath salts, Non prescription steroids, and / or Spice?

BACKGROUND : Are you currently behind on child support?

BACKGROUND : How many at-fault accidents or moving violations have you been cited for in the past 3 years?

PERSONAL APPEARANCE : If you possess tattoos, gauged earlobes or any body piercings (excluding earlobe earrings) on any of the following places : head, upper neck, hand, fingers or anywhere else that cannot be covered by the appropriate dress required for this position, do you agree to have them removed and / or corrected prior to your background interview?

DEPARTMENT STATUS : Are you a current LVMPD employee, either full-time or part-time?

DEPARTMENT STATUS : (If not a current employee, please answer "N / A") If you are a current LVMPD employee, are you aware you will be subject to a full background investigation? This investigation may include a polygraph and psychological evaluation. In the event it is determined that you are or have been untruthful (in this background investigation or any previous background investigation) or have otherwise been found to have engaged in other misconduct, you may be subject to discipline up to termination (If not a current employee, please answer "N / A")?

PREVIOUS TESTING : Have you previously tested for any position with the LVMPD?

MILITARY : In order to be considered for Veteran's Preference Points, you must attach your DD 214, Member-2 or 4 Form or Statement / Proof of Service to your application. The document must show 181 days of active duty in good standing.

Do you currently possess a valid Class C Nevada Driver License?

CONDITIONS (OPEN COMPETITIVE) : I hereby acknowledge the condition(s) of employment and physical conditions for this position as stated in this job posting, as well as the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) and General Conditions of Employment available on this site, and if selected, I will accept the position offer subject to these condition(s). I also understand I will be disqualified from the selection process for violating any of these conditions.

Cheating includes, but is not limited to, receiving or providing answers or test questions to another candidate / employee, sharing confidential information regarding a testing process or elements of a test, and / or falsifying or omitting information on an application or any element used for evaluation for employment / promotion. Do you understand that if you are discovered cheating during this process, you will be disqualified from this and any other employment opportunities with the LVMPD, and that if you are a current employee of the LVMPD, you will be terminated?

ATTESTATION : I attest that the information contained in these Supplemental Questions is true and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any inaccurate information will be grounds for immediate disqualification from the selection process.

Required Question

Salary : $63,552 - $97,840